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    The Run Smarter Podcast

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    Expand your running knowledge, identify running misconceptions and become a faster, healthier, SMARTER runner. Let Brodie Sharpe become your new running guide as he teaches you powerful injury insights from his many years as a physiotherapist while also interviewing the best running gurus in the world. This is ideal for injured runners & runners looking for injury prevention and elevated performance. So, take full advantage by starting at season 1 where Brodie teaches you THE TOP PRINCIPLES TO OVERCOME ANY RUNNING INJURY and let’s begin your run smarter journey.

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    How to Survive & Thrive in All Weather Conditions with Andrew & Michael

    How to Survive & Thrive in All Weather Conditions with Andrew & Michael

    February 23, 2025
    1h 16m

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    How to Survive and Thrive in All Weather Conditions with Andrew and Michael

    Episode Summary: In this episode of the Run Smarter Podcast, we sit down with Andrew and Michael, hosts of the Endurance Innovation Podcast, to explore how runners can optimize performance in various weather conditions. Whether you’re training in freezing temperatures, racing in extreme heat, or battling humidity, Andrew and Michael break down the science behind heat transfer, thermoregulation, and practical strategies to maintain performance. Expect a deep dive into the mechanics of cooling, hydration, layering, and more!

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • Why understanding thermoregulation is key to running performance
    • How to dress appropriately for cold weather runs and avoid frostbite
    • Why runners naturally slow down in extreme cold and how to manage it
    • The role of humidity in heat stress and how to handle it
    • How heat adaptation works and how to train for hot conditions
    • The best cooling strategies, including ice slushies, wrist cooling, and pre-cooling methods
    • How clothing color and material impact heat absorption and reflection
    • Common mistakes runners make in extreme temperatures and how to avoid them

    Guest Bios:

    • Andrew Buckrell: Mechanical engineer with a research background in aerodynamics and heat transfer. Passionate about applying engineering principles to endurance sports.
    • Michael Petralia: Mechanical engineer turned endurance coach. Specializes in performance optimization through scientific principles.

    Listener Questions Answered:

    • Why do I run slower in the cold, no matter how warm my muscles get?
    • Why does my heart rate increase more in cold weather?
    • How can I stay cool in extreme heat and humidity?
    • Should I train by heart rate in hot conditions?
    • Do hot drinks really help cool you down?

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